Homicide detectives believe Roman was one of four men standing outside a residence on Palos Verdes Street when an argument broke out and escalated into a fistfight. Detectives believe the shooting was gang-related.

They were searching for a Latino with long curly hair in his mid-20s, last ween wearing a baggy white shirt, who is suspected of pulling a handgun and firing at Roman.

They also were looking for a Latino in his mid-20s last seen wearing a red shirt and suspected of fleeing the scene.

They ask that anyone with information call Harbor Area homicide detectives at (310) 726-7886.